I was sent tickets (for myself and the mate) for the annual show of art works by members of the Wapping Group – this year held at the Minster Gallery in Winchester. At first I thought we’d not be able to go, but looking at our planned route for a holiday in Dorset, it conveniently placed us on the road past the ancient Saxon capital.

It was a worthwhile break on our journey, not only for the art but the splendour of the town itself. A visit to the cathedral allowed us to pay homage at the grave of Jane Austin too.

Here are a few pictures of works that caught attention.

John Killens – Evening on the Estuary, Maylandsea.  A work in watercolours and pastels. Maylandsea is one of ‘my’ magical places.

Rick Holmes – Borough Market. A work in pastels capturing the life and bustle one can experience there…

Anthony Flemming – “Faversham”. A gorgeous work in watercolour … my mate’s favourite. I like it too!

Alan Runagall – Old Times – Tilbury Docks. Another water colour I would gladly hang on my wall.

Trevor Chamberlain – Moody Estuary, Leigh-on-Sea. A delightful watercolour…

Rod Pearce – Hammersmith Mist. This is a study in oils… I liked it.

Thanks Alan for the invitation to view the group’s works. The space though wasn’t the same a that of the Mall Gallery, although intimate. The gallery explained that they are linked to the Mall and spreading the view-ability of the art was one of the aims – I concur with that!